Meet Our Staff

At the Center for the Healing Arts, we encourage people to experience a massage from the unique perspective of each therapist. All therapists are graduates of a state licensed school, and members of a professional organization, nationally certified, plus licensed by the State of Michigan, verifying their education and credentials as professional massage therapists. They are independent contractors and their schedules may vary. Please check with the center for availability of service.

Our Administration Staff:

Jennifer is our office manager and available during the day Monday through Friday to answer any questions. Haley and Kim are also our day/evening receptionists are also available to help you with all your appointments and questions.

The practitioners include:

Charlotte Irwin (Owner):

1992 graduate from Health Enrichment Massage school. Her specialty is Lomi Lomi massage. She has over 2000 hours of advanced studies in Hawaiian Lomi- Lomi massage, Hawaiian culture, and Esoteric healing. Charlotte is licensed by the state of Michigan, board certified by the national certification board, and a 15 year member of AMPB. She is also a certified reflexologist, developer of Charlotte Irwin’s Reflexology Program. Charlotte is also a business coach for Holistic Health Businesses and the author of Massage Your Business, with Purpose, Passion and Perseverance. She is also the director of Guardian Massage & Reflexology Program l, an approved 650 hour state licensed program. Charlotte is available on Tuesday through Thursdays 12-4 for Lomi-Lomi massage.

Gosia: 1999 graduate of Irene’s Myomassology, nationally certified, city licensed. She is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association. Goscia specializes in deep tissue and myofascia release. In the last 10 years, Gosia has taken numerous courses in body works since she is passionate about learning new modalities, as well as helping her clients, to enhance their well being. Besides offering a deep tissue and therapeutic massage, Gosia specializes in Lomi Lomi massage, Reflexology, and Lymphatic massage.

Christopher: 2004 graduate of Michigan Myomassology Institute, nationally certified and city licensed. Christopher is a professional member of AMBP. Christopher's speciality is deep tissue work, problem solving using clinical approach to release muscle restrictions.

Shannon: 1999 graduate of Irene’s Myomassology Institute. Certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and city licensed. She is a professional member of AMTA. Shannon's specialty is deep tissue massage.

Mary: 1999 Graduate of New York State College for Holistic Medicine, New York State Licensed massage therapist, and physical therapy training. Mary is nationally certified, city licensed and a certified reflexologist. She is a professional member of AMBP. Mary is an instructor for Guardian Massage school and also specializes in pregnancy massage and doula support.

Carla: 2004 Graduate of Michigan School of Myomassology. Carla is a National Certified Massage Therapist and member of ABMP. She specializes in therapeutic and deep tissue massage.

Tammy: 1995 graduate of Michigan Myomassology Institute and state licensed. She is a professional member of AMBP. Tammy has been doing massage for 19 years and specializes in relaxation and therapeutic massage. Tammy is also a certified reflexologist.

Kim: A 2004 graduate of Oakland Community College Massage Therapy Program. She has been doing massage for 7 years. A professional member of the AMBP. Kim loves to do relaxation massage, and believes in the healing power of touch through massage. Kim also is interested in reflexology and how it has helped her autistic son and would like to share this with others who face this challenge.

Christine: After working in a corporate environment for over 13 years, Christine Baskin attended Guardian Massage and Reflexology Program located in Sterling Heights, MI, and graduated in the Fall of 2015. There she became a certified Reflexologist and a Licensed Massage Therapist. Recently, she has also advanced to a Master level in Reiki. Christine loves learning about how the body works and feels working on the body is amazing and rewarding.

Brenda: A 2015 graduate of Guardian Massage School, Brenda is a state licensed a certified Reflexologist and a ABMP member. She specializing in relaxation and therapeutic massage.

Leigha: Leigha is a 2008 graduate of Guardian Massage school, licensed by the State of Michigan and a member of ABMP. Leigha specializes in therapeutic, relaxation and deep tissue massage. "My main focus is on the back, neck and shoulders all helping to relieve muscle tension. I am also a certified reflexologist and a licensed esthetician. In that role I am always researching the latest on skin care and makeup. I choose massage to be my career because I wanted to be able to help people release stress and live an overall happier and stress free life."

Karen is a 2015 graduate of Irene's Myomassology Institute. She is a state licensed massage therapist and a member of ABMP. Karen specializes in hot stone therapy, relaxation, therapeutic, pregnancy and deep tissue techniques.

Marlene is a 2014 graduate of Guardian Massage and Reflexology School. Marlene is a state licensed massage therapist and a member of ABMP. She specializes in relaxation, therapeutic, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage, Shiatsu/Thai massage and also reflexology. Marlene is also trained in lymphatic drain massage and reflexology for plantar fasciitis.

Dan Mattern is a 2009 graduate of Irene's Myomassology Institute. He is licensed by the state of Michigan and is a certified member of AMBP. Dan specializes in John F Barnes MyoFascial Release and Unwinding ,Upledger's CranioSacral Therapy, Sports Stretching and is certified in Burn Scar Massage Therapy.

Halina Sadlaj is a graduate of the Guardian Massage & Reflexology program, is state-licensed and a member of ABMP. Through her massage therapy work, Halina loves to explore the complexity and beauty of the workings of the human body. Halina specializes in deep tissue work, therapeutic, relaxation massage, and reflexology. She works with each clients ' unique needs in order to help their bodies function to full potential.

Associate Health Practitioners

Diane Simmons, owner of Total Health Colon Care, along with Karla, Shannon,Laurie are the colon therapists. Colon hydrotherapy is a safe effective method of removing waste from the large intestines without the use of drugs. Colon Health emphasizes prevention rather than a cure. It is the most important step in maintaining or regaining vital health. If the sewer system in your house is backed up, your entire home is affected. Should it be any different with your body?" Norman Walker,D. Sc., health expert who died at age of 109. For more information on colonics and a picture of the equipment visit Diane's website at www.totalhealthcoloncare.com

Robert Aurebach,Advanced Rolf Structural Integration practitioner, (AKA rolfing) is bodywork known for its' ability to dramatically improve alignment. Robert will provide you with a free consultation to answer all your questions about how this powerful work can benefit you. Robert can be reached at 313-843-0619

Vince Anthony Pitre specializes in helping people stop smoking, lose weight and release anxiety. His credentials include advanced training in Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, Systemic Family Constellations, Shamanic and Sound Healing. With over twenty years experience, he’s helped thousands of people in the US and Canada live healthier and happier lives. To learn more about how he can help you, explore his website: https://www.newoutcomestherapy.com/

Becky Stevens is a medical intuitive and energy healer. Becky has a spiritual gift of sight and healing and uses it to the benefit of the client to achieve optimal improvement. Becky believes healing occurs synergistically with the use of intuitive capabilities, spiritual healing, and the cooperation and believe that healing can occur from the client.